iQ Leeds Checkout

As your tenancy is drawing to an end, you’re probably thinking about moving out and the various challenges that will come with this. Here is a handy step-by-step guide to help make the process as smooth as possible for you.

STEP 1: SETTLE OUTSTANDING CHARGES

Please ensure that you settle any outstanding charges prior to departure, to avoid these being deducted from your deposit. You can make payments by logging on to the resident portal and clearing any outstanding balances. Alternatively come down and see us at reception, and we’ll be happy to assist.

STEP 2: REDIRECT MAIL

Make sure you notify your family and friends of your change of address. Unfortunately we’re unable to hold or forward any mail for you once you have left. Royal Mail offer a redirection service that you might find helpful. This allows you to redirect all your mail to any UK or Overseas address for 3, 6 or 12 months. Just ask at any Post Office branch, or visit www.royalmail.com for further details. If you’ve rebooked with us for next year then we can hold your post for you until you return in September.

STEP 3: BOOK YOUR CHECKOUT INSPECTION

We’ll have a large number of people departing in a short space of time. We will usually inspect your room shortly after you have returned your keys, however please contact reception if there is anything you would like to bring to our attention:

Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm

STEP 4: CLEAN YOUR FLAT

Please make sure your room, and any shared accommodation is left in a clean and tidy state. This includes wiping, washing, vacuuming and clearing of all walls, floors and surfaces – see the separate checklist that was included with your letter. When removing posters/notices, please make sure you don’t leave any blu-tac or pin marks on the walls. All rubbish can be placed in the bins that we’ve provided for you in the Bin Store. Don’t forget that we have recycling facilities too.

STEP 5: RECYCLE & DONATE

iQ Leeds is committed to reducing its carbon footprint so we ask you to recycle wherever possible. Recycling Bins are provided in our Bin Store. Please also consider donating any unwanted items to local charities, many of whom will offer a collection service.

STEP 6: BIKES

Don’t forget to take your bikes with you when you leave.

STEP 7: SUMMER LETS

Thinking of staying in Leeds after your contract ends? Just let us know and where possible, we can extend your tenancy. Look out for our summer offers which will be advertised in due course.

Step 8: 2017/18

We hate to see you go, if you’d like to stay with us next year we would love to have you back. To rebook for 2017/18 simply log on to the resident portal and select ‘Rebook room’. Alternatively you can pop to Reception to chat through your options. With super-fast Wi-Fi, regular resident social events and the safety of our 24/7 onsite presence, we hope you’ll consider us again for next year.

STEP 9: STORAGE

We know how stressful packing up and moving house can be, especially if it means taking all your belongings home just to bring them back again in September. UniStudentStorage offer a simple, cheap and hassle free storage solution to all of your storage needs over the summer. Check them out at www.unistudentstorage.com. If you’ve rebooked to live with us next year, you won’t need to move your belongings out in between contracts. Terms and conditions apply, please ask at reception for details.

STEP 10: RETURN KEYS

Once you’re all packed and your room has been emptied and cleaned, lock your door and hand your keys in to a member of staff. You can return your keys at any time to either office staff or security.

Please note there is a replacement fee for each key or fob that is not returned. If any damages are found in our inspection after you have left, you are agreeing to any charges for this being deducted from your deposit.

STEP 11: DEPOSIT RETURN

We’ll refund your deposit to you (minus any damage or cleaning charges) within 10 working days of the end of your tenancy.

Your deposit can be refunded to a UK or International bank account – but please be aware if it’s to an international account an international transfer fee is applicable.

If you add the wrong bank details it will delay your refund being processed.

THANKS FOR CHOOSING IQ LEEDS

We know that you have many options when picking your accommodation so we feel privileged that you chose iQ Leeds, and really hope that you enjoyed your time here. We would like to take the opportunity to thank you for living with us. We wish you all the very best with your studies and hope you manage to enjoy a well-deserved summer break. For those of you choosing to stay with us next year; we look forward to welcoming you back in September.